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Nevada Mines 1850-1880
Learners explore the Nevada mining of 1850-1880. In this history lesson, students investigate the Comstock Lode and examine the mining tools that were used to search for silver and gold.
Virtual Museum of Canada
Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: On the Trail of Silver
The discovery of silver, and the growth of the town of Cobalt is profiled. An outdoor museum keeps alive this era by recreating early mining life and showcasing machinery of the time as well as the changes which occurred over...
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Historical Gazette: Excerpts From "The Big Bonanza"
This web site contains excerpts from the writings of Dan DeQuille, a knowledgeable reporter who lived during the developement of Comstock Lode.
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Golden Dreams: Silver Linings: History of Mining in Idaho
Read the exciting story of mining in Idaho, the state's first industry. Find out about the first discovery of gold and the migration that it set off soon after.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Who Discovered Silver?
Learn all about the element Silver, how it was discovered, its chemical properties, its long history, and how it is used by humans.
Oakland Museum of California
California's Untold Stories: Silver and Gold
This site provides a virtual tour of the mining of silver and gold in California through excellent photos and facts.